Clinton, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Clinton is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 2,784. Residents earn $142,563 per year, which is 90% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
2,784 Population 2,062/sq mi density
$142,563 Median Income $61,852 per capita
$407,800 Home Value $504,837 Zillow
$1,707 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
112 Violent Crime/100K 1,301 property/100K
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$142,563 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$407,800 home value, $1,707/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
112 violent crimes/100K (71% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
59.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $142,563
90% higher than US avg
Home Value $407,800
45% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 112/100K
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 59.4%
76% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,707
47% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.2%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

How Clinton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,784
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density2,062/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

A+
Median Income$142,563
Per Capita$61,852
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$9,867M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$407,800
Rent$1,707
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$504,837

Crime

F
Violent112/100K
Property1,301/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault37/100K
Burglary260/100K

Health

Obesity25.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.4%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Elevation291 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+59.4%
High School+94.2%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute30 min
EV Stations7
Libraries11

Is Clinton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clinton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Clinton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clinton is $142,563, which is significantly higher than the national average — 90% above $75,149. This places Clinton among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clinton is $407,800, 45% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,707 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Clinton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 112 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,301 per 100,000, 34% below the national average.

Education

Clinton is a highly educated community — 59.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Clinton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches, including 27.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Clinton has a population of 2,784 with a density of 2,062 people per square mile. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.8%).

Population

2,784
Total Population
2,062
People / sq mi
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Clinton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.2%
3% above US avg
Spanish18.8%
40% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Clinton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clinton is $142,563, which is 90% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Clinton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$142,563
90% above US avg
Per Capita Income$61,852
Avg Weekly Wage$1,444
IRS Avg AGI$151,298

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,073
County GDP$9,867M

Business (County)

Restaurants295
Healthcare387
Retail437
Manufacturing130

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,473
256% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Work from Home20.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Clinton is $407,800, 45% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,707 (47% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $504,837.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$407,800
45% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$504,837

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,707
47% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,473
256% above US avg
Effective Rate3.06%
In Clinton, 25.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.4% report depression. 17.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Clinton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.2%
21% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure25.1%
Asthma8.8%
COPD3.7%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity17.9%
Depression17.4%
Mental Distress14.5%
Physical Distress9.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death4,363/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.7/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities387
Clinton has a violent crime rate of 112 per 100,000 residents, 71% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,301 per 100,000 (34% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Clinton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent111.5/100K
71% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape74.4/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault37.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,301.1/100K
34% below US avg
Burglary260.2/100K
Theft966.5/100K
Vehicle Theft74.4/100K
Arson37.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Clinton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall27.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation291 ft (89 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density2,062/sq mi
Coordinates40.6368°N, 74.9152°W
County FIPS34019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 59.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.4%
D 45.7%

Winner: Republican by 6.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+59.4%
76% above US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,062/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities387
Restaurants295
Retail Stores437

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Work from Home20.1%

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